Crispy, buttery, flaky… and filled with the umami richness of porcini mushrooms and summer vegetables smoked with the wild herb Life Everlasting. This recipe is one for the books.
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Welcome to the Wondersmith's Writings! Here you can find magical recipes featuring foraged ingredients, musings on food and ceremony, and meaningful rituals to explore your own everyday magic. Though I have been focused on other writing pursuits, I am keeping all of my blog content up as a resource for you. You can use the search bar below to find what you are looking for. (Please note that sometimes you need to refresh the page to see the search results.) Happy reading! If you'd like to support my goal to spread magic far and wide, consider contributing to my patreon program!
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The unusual, sponge-like texture of this Asian-inspired cake is the perfect vehicle for delightfully creamy squash ice cream studded with candied black walnuts.
Read MoreHearty curly dock seed crust, thickened yogurt, and flavorful strawberries - what more could you ask for in a tart? How about edible monarch butterflies and an exploration of our collective roots? Read on.
Read MoreThis brew of late summer sunshine is both delicious and medicinal. Learn more about the history of oxymels and how to make your own healing potion!
Read MoreThis trifle is delicious, beautiful, and filled with late summer produce! It also carries with it an important message of how important foundations are in forging ahead with creative projects. When is the last time you got business advice from a dessert? Maybe it’s time to start now. ;)
Read MoreCreate your own beautiful blooming tea out of an herb that can be found all over the world and has been humankind’s companion since the very beginning…
Read MoreThis beautiful berry pudding is the perfect way to showcase the proliferation of berries available in the Pacific Northwest right now. Crunchy candied strawberries round out this berry explosion.
Read MoreThis beautiful cake is a savory delight, filled with wild herbs and greens plus your favorite pizza toppings. It’s sure to wow at your next family picnic.
Read MoreThese delicate cakes are super light and filled with the floral scent of cattail pollen, punctuated by tart wild currants. A drizzle of lemon icing and a sprinkle of candied elderflowers make them a treat worthy of the Fae. Just make sure you approach your foraging mission with respect!
Read MoreMake your own edible artwork inspired by the Art Nouveau style! This design is surprisingly easy to make and tastes delicious with a light anise flavoring.
Read MoreSavory marinated yucca petals and sweet rose jam are both delicious on rustic, gluten free bread colored and flavored with cattail pollen! Breaking bread with our neighbors is a beautiful gesture of goodwill.
Read MoreExplore the varied flavors and sumptuous fragrance of wild roses in this five course tasting menu!
Read MoreFor a platter that’s enticing to all party-goers, these juniper and coriander flavored treats are sure to please. Cured salmon gravlax and pickled eggs are delightful additions to just about any celebration!
Read MoreDive past the rewards of bubble baths and smoothie bowls into what “Self Care” truly means at its deepest level.
Read MoreWhat better way to dress up delicious artisan chocolate than by bedecking it with foraged wildflowers, fruits, and other treats from the wild food pantry? This post also dives into the question: why do you forage?
Read MoreThese dynamic and beautiful salad rolls are as healthy as they are beautiful. Try this vegan recipe for a spring party snack!
Read MoreTwo of spring’s most enchanting plants come together in this complex sugar blend full of an extra dose of mystique.
Read MoreFluffy lilac-infused cream is layered between purple blueberry crepes for a springtime dessert that captures the ethereal flavors of the season.
Read MoreNot only is this violet cocktail or lemonade absolutely delicious, it’s also a color-changing magic trick to share with your guests!
Read MoreThis beautiful layered salt is more than just a daily dose of flavor and nutrition; if created with intention, it can be an anchor to those that tend to get swept away a little too easily.
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Join me for a little winter night magic as we bake this cake full of rich seasonal flavors and black cocoa!